Steppin' Out
The World’s Gone Country. Time to Put Some Boots On.
by Alvie Faulkenbery, August 18,2025
Steppin' Out
The World’s Gone Country. Time to Put Some Boots On.
by Alvie Faulkenbery, August 18,2025
Country music used to be America’s backyard BBQ. Now it’s the world’s block party.According to LiveNation's new global study, country is riding a worldwide wave—from Nashville to New Zealand, Berlin to Brisbane. And fans aren’t just listening—they’re living it. From the boots on their feet to the soundtracks of their stories, the country glow-up is officially on.Some fast facts that’ll knock the dust off your dance floor:
- 91% of global fans say country is reaching a wider audience than ever before
- 63% of country fans are Gen Z or millennials
- In Germany, it’s all about FOMO and escape
- In the UK, country is a form of self-expression
- In Scandinavia, fans are chasing life-changing moments
- And in Australia & New Zealand, it’s all about connection and community
- Oh, and 92% of Gen Z say they’re hitting more country shows than they used to
Country music used to be America’s backyard BBQ. Now it’s the world’s block party.According to LiveNation's new global study, country is riding a worldwide wave—from Nashville to New Zealand, Berlin to Brisbane. And fans aren’t just listening—they’re living it. From the boots on their feet to the soundtracks of their stories, the country glow-up is officially on.Some fast facts that’ll knock the dust off your dance floor:
- 91% of global fans say country is reaching a wider audience than ever before
- 63% of country fans are Gen Z or millennials
- In Germany, it’s all about FOMO and escape
- In the UK, country is a form of self-expression
- In Scandinavia, fans are chasing life-changing moments
- And in Australia & New Zealand, it’s all about connection and community
- Oh, and 92% of Gen Z say they’re hitting more country shows than they used to
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